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Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Believe it or not, there are still a lot of misconceptions about sunscreen. Today's post aims at clarifying some of those misconceptions. Let's get started!

Truth or Fiction?

You don't need sunscreen if you have dark skin or already have a tan.

Fact: Everybody, regardless of race, ethnic origins and skin type is subject to the damaging effects of exposure to the sun.

Sunscreen, with SPF-30 provides twice as much protection as SPF-15.

Fact: NO. Here's an SPF guide:
SPF 15 - 1/15 of the UVB rays get through to your skin - blocking about 93%.

SPF 30 - 1/30 of the UVB rays get through to your skin - blocking about 97%.

SPF 50 - 1/50 of the UVB rays get through to your skin - blocking about 98%.

Waterproof sunscreen provides "all day protection" and does not need to be re-applied.

Fact: Waterproof sunscreens loses some of their effectiveness after 40 minutes.

Cloudy days limit the power of the sun's rays.

Fact: 80% of the sun's ultraviolet rays can pass through clouds.

Using sunscreen will prevent skin cancer.

Fact: NO. Some researchers even blame sunscreen use for encouraging people to stay in the sun longer than they should. You should also avoid some of the chemicals used in sunscreen such as para-aminobenzoic (PABA), and oxbenzone.

There is no rating system for UVA protection.

Most sunscreens are good at blocking UVB rays (the ones that burn) but not UVA (the ones primarily responsible for DNA damage and melanomas).

Very High SPF numbers (SPF-100+) are mostly marketing ploys. SPF-30 is enough.

Monday, June 29, 2015

Who needs toxic beauty
products when you can make your own all-natural products for a fraction of the
cost?! Coconut oil beauty products are the most popular beauty products on
the market. I love coconut oil! You can make everything from toothpaste to sunscreen using coconut oil as the main ingredient.

I have tried all of these
recipes, except two; the eyeliner and the sunscreen. What's
your favourite way to
use coconut oil? Also, if you like to
try some DIY make-up recipes, check out:How to create your own make-up.

Let's get started! The very first thing that I added to my shopping cart was thiscolour changing rose red lip balm. I actually bought two and I'm very glad I did. This lip balm is fantastic! The green looking product you can see below, is actually a very moisturising, long-lasting pink lip balm. And, it stays on for hours without fading! ♡

And from the hair decorations section, I bought some hair pins. The site shows a pack of 60 hair pins but instead I got three packs of 20. It does not make any difference to me but I just wanted to let you know!

The products were true to photos for the most part, and the quality was impressive for such low, inexpensive prices.You may find these items and many more at Born Pretty Store. Use my coupon SETT10 for 10% off to save even more!

I will also post a FOTD using my make-up "lucky bag" products soon, so make sure you check back for that!

Did you enjoy this haul? What did you like the most? Do let me know in the comments below.

Today's post is about the different types of acne and how they can be treated. If you are
battling acne, you probably already know that, there are different types of
acne.

Whiteheads or blackheads. Papules, pustules and nodules.
So why do you need to learn all these names? Because knowledge is the best weapon. The infographic below details treatments plans for each type of
acne, whether its mild, moderate or severe.

Acne is
the most common skin disease. People of all races and ages get acne.
But it is most common in teenagers and young adults. An estimated
80 percent of all people between the ages of 11 and 30 have acne outbreaks at
some point. Some people in their forties and fifties still get acne.

Getting treatment for your acne can be a tough decision.
What is the best way to get rid of pimples? Should you buy over the
counter treatments? Should you change your diet? See a doctor? Find out the answers to these questions and more, in
the infographic below.

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Hello everyone!The American Acne and Rosacea Society (AARS) declared June, National Acne Awareness Month back in 2009 to bring awareness to the issue and inform health care providers about acne.

As I already told you, I've been battling acne since I was 11 or 12 years old and it is not easy. Today I want to give you some tips:

Wash your face twice a day and after sweating.

Commit to washing you face before and after your workout. Sweat can get trapped under your make-up and potentially cause acne, and post-workout session sweat can cause more acne.

Be gentle with your skin. Use gentle products, such as those that are alcohol-free.

Don't forget to change your pillowcases regularly. If you use your cases for days on end without changing them, they can cause the dead skin cells and other bacteria transfer on your face.

Wipe your glasses. If you wear glasses regularly, "dirt" (oil, sweat, make-up) will quickly build-up on the frames and nose piece. This "dirt" can easily transfer on your skin and lead to breakouts.

Make sure you clean your phone daily. The phone can accumulate huge amounts of bacteria because it is constantly handled.

Keep your hands off your face. Touching your skin throughout the day can cause more acne.

If you spend a large amount of time indoors, especially in an air conditioned room, it can affect your skin. The AC takes away the moisture out of the air, and will leave your skin feeling dry and prone to irritation.

Let your skin heal naturally. If you pick your acne, your skin will take longer to clear and you increase the risk of getting acne scars.

Feed your skin from the inside out by eating healthier foods. Look for foods with lots of vitamins and antioxidants.

Drink lots of water! You will hydrate your skin and help get rid of toxins.